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## [Gliding to Success with the Fox® Air Float Cut-Off](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/airfloat-cutoff-0821)
[](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/airfloat-cutoff-0821)
The **Fox® Air Float Cut-Off** machine is ideal for gate and riser removal on small to medium size castings or castings on runner bars or trees. The unit is excellent for small to medium production runs since fixtures are very easy to change and generally no other settings are required. It is ideal for castings that are too heavy for operator handling as the air float feature makes moving several hundred pounds almost effortless. Once the casting is fixtured, cutting can take place anywhere around the periphery since the floating gondola allows for fast, easy positioning and repositioning of heavy casting trees or individual parts. The abrasive cutting is rapid using the hydraulic down pressure system. If the gate or riser is on a flat surface, additional grinding may be eliminated or greatly reduced.
[Read More >>](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/airfloat-cutoff-0821)
Posted on: August 10, 2021 12:45 PM - in [Insider](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/insider), [Cleaning & Finishing Equipment](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/cleaning-finishing-equipment), [News](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/news), [Fox](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/fox), [Cutting](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/cutting), [Monthly](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/monthly)
## [Fox® Air Float Cut-Off](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/airfloat-cutoff-0321)
[](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/airfloat-cutoff-0321)
The **Fox® Air Float Cut-Off** machine is ideal for gate and riser removal on small to medium size castings or castings on runner bars or trees. The unit is excellent for small to medium production runs since fixtures are very easy to change and generally no other settings are required. It is ideal for castings that are too heavy for operator handling as the air float feature makes moving several hundred pounds almost effortless. Once the casting is fixtured, cutting can take place anywhere around the periphery since the floating gondola allows for fast, easy positioning and repositioning of heavy casting trees or individual parts. The abrasive cutting is rapid using the hydraulic down pressure system. If the gate or riser is on a flat surface, additional grinding may be eliminated or greatly reduced.
[Read More >>](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/airfloat-cutoff-0321)
Posted on: March 23, 2021 04:00 PM - in [Insider](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/insider), [Cleaning & Finishing Equipment](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/cleaning-finishing-equipment), [News](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/news), [Fox](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/fox), [Cutting](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/cutting), [Monthly](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/monthly)
## [Fox® Air Float Cut-Off](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/airfloat-1120)
[](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/airfloat-1120)
The **Fox® Air Float Cut-Off** machine is ideal for gate and riser removal on small to medium size castings or castings on runner bars or trees. The unit is excellent for small to medium production runs since fixtures are very easy to change and generally no other settings are required. It is ideal for castings that are too heavy for operator handling as the air float feature makes moving several hundred pounds almost effortless. Once the casting is fixtured, cutting can take place anywhere around the periphery since the floating gondola allows for fast, easy positioning and repositioning of heavy casting trees or individual parts. The abrasive cutting is rapid using the hydraulic down pressure system. If the gate or riser is on a flat surface, additional grinding may be eliminated or greatly reduced.
[Read More >>](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/airfloat-1120)
Posted on: November 11, 2020 09:00 AM - in [Insider](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/insider), [Cleaning & Finishing Equipment](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/cleaning-finishing-equipment), [News](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/news), [Fox](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/fox), [Cutting](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/cutting), [Monthly](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/monthly)
## [Investment Casting Virtual Show 2020](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/investment_casting_virtual_show_2020)
[](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/investment_casting_virtual_show_2020)
Due to COVID concerns, this year the **Investment Casting Institute** has decided to hold their annual Conference and Expo in a virtual space. Officially titled the [2020 Virtual Technical Conference and 3D Expo on Investment Casting](https://www.investmentcasting.org/virtual-conference-2020.html), it offers a full virtual conference experience and an opportunity for exhibitors like Vulcan to have a show presence without actually attending a physical event.
[Read More >>](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/investment_casting_virtual_show_2020)
Posted on: October 13, 2020 01:39 PM - in [Insider](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/insider), [Events](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/events), [Cleaning & Finishing Equipment](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/cleaning-finishing-equipment), [News](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/news), [Investment Casting](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/investment-casting), [Fox](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/fox), [Cutting](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/cutting), [Shows](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/shows)
## [Fox® Air Float Cut-Off](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/airfloat2020)
[](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/airfloat2020)
The **Fox® Air Float Cut-Off** machine is ideal for gate and riser removal on small to medium size castings or castings on runner bars or trees. The unit is excellent for small to medium production runs since fixtures are very easy to change and generally no other settings are required. It is ideal for castings that are too heavy for operator handling as the air float feature makes moving several hundred pounds almost effortless. Once the casting is fixtured, cutting can take place anywhere around the periphery since the floating gondola allows for fast, easy positioning and repositioning of heavy casting trees or individual parts. The abrasive cutting is rapid using the hydraulic down pressure system. If the gate or riser is on a flat surface, additional grinding may be eliminated or greatly reduced.
[Read More >>](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/airfloat2020)
Posted on: June 17, 2020 10:45 AM - in [Insider](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/insider), [Cleaning & Finishing Equipment](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/cleaning-finishing-equipment), [News](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/news), [Fox](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/fox), [Cutting](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/cutting), [Monthly](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/monthly)
## [Summer Shutdowns = Scheduled Maintenance](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/summermaintenance2)
[](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/summermaintenance2)
Summer is right around the corner, and with it comes opportunities for foundries to shut down and perform their required maintenance and repairs! Keeping your foundry running smoothly and efficiently is our top job at Vulcan Engineering, and that requires the upkeep of existing equipment, and when necessary, the addition of new parts and equipment.
[Read More >>](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/summermaintenance2)
Posted on: March 24, 2020 09:15 AM - in [Insider](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/insider), [Cleaning & Finishing Equipment](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/cleaning-finishing-equipment), [Foundry Engineering](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/foundry-engineering), [Mold Handling](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/mold-handling), [News](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/news), [Robotics](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/robotics), [Safety](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/safety), [Green Sand](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/green-sand), [Lost Foam](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/lost-foam), [Nobake](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/nobake), [Investment Casting](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/investment-casting), [Metal Conditioning Equipment](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/metal-conditioning-equipment), [Truflo](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/truflo), [Features](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/features), [Foxall](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/foxall), [Fox](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/fox), [Cutting](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/cutting), [Foundry Systems](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/foundry-systems), [Grinders](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/grinders), [Monthly](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/monthly), [Mid-West Machine](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/mid-west-machine)
## [New Investment Casting Video](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/new-investment-casting-video)
[](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/new-investment-casting-video)
## New Video Highlights Vulcan's Investment Casting Capabilities
Vulcan Engineering is excited about the new video detailing our Investment Casting capabilities that just made its debut on our **[YouTube Channel](https://www.youtube.com/user/VulcanEngineeringCo/videos)**. just in time for the Investment Casting Institute's 66th Technical Conference & Equipment Expo in St. Louis, Missouri from October 27 - 30, 2019.
[Read More >>](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/new-investment-casting-video)
Posted on: October 24, 2019 03:22 PM - in [Insider](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/insider), [Events](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/events), [Manipulators](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/manipulators), [News](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/news), [Robotics](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/robotics), [Investment Casting](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/investment-casting), [Video](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/video), [Foxall](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/foxall), [Fox](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/fox), [Cutting](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/cutting), [Foundry Systems](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/foundry-systems), [Grinders](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/grinders), [YouTube](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/youtube)
## [Mid-West Machine™ Territory Update](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/midwestupdate1)
[](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/midwestupdate1)
## Changes to Vulcan's Mid-West Machine™ and Fox® Grinders Product Line Representative Territory
Vulcan's representative Precision Abrasives will cease to represent Vulcan's Mid-West Machine™ and Fox® Grinders product lines effective August 30, 2019. The territory effected is Ohio, West Virginia & Western Pennsylvania. If you are in this territory and have any equipment questions or other inquiries, please direct them to **Dave Sullivan** here at Vulcan Engineering. He can be reached via e-mail at [**sullivand@vulcangroup.com**,](mailto:sullivand@vulcangroup.com,) or by calling **1-205-663-0732**. Dave is a reservoir of information about the Mid-West Machine™ line, and will be happy to answer questions or provide a price quote.
[Read More >>](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/midwestupdate1)
Posted on: August 07, 2019 03:58 PM - in [Insider](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/insider), [Cleaning & Finishing Equipment](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/cleaning-finishing-equipment), [News](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/news), [Metal Conditioning Equipment](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/metal-conditioning-equipment), [Fox](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/fox), [Grinders](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/grinders), [Monthly](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/monthly), [Mid-West Machine](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/mid-west-machine)
## [Super Abrasive Wheels: Go The Distance](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/super-abrasive-wheels-go-the-distance)
[](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/super-abrasive-wheels-go-the-distance)
## Super Abrasive Grinder Wheels Provide Longer Life and Other Advantages Over Bonded Abrasive Wheels
Vulcan Engineering recently shipped several **Fox®** Model 420 Stand Grinders with Super Abrasive (SA) wheels designed for SNAG grinding. The 20” SA wheel fits on a standard machine with no modification providing the user the capability to switch between bonded abrasive and SA wheels based on job requirements. For example, grinding iron casting with the SA wheel and grinding steel casting with the bonded abrasive wheel.
[Read More >>](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/super-abrasive-wheels-go-the-distance)
Posted on: September 18, 2018 01:21 PM - in [Cleaning & Finishing Equipment](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/cleaning-finishing-equipment), [News](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/news), [Fox](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/fox), [Monthly](https://blog.vulcangroup.com/topic/monthly)
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